Educational Assistant

Description:

The successful candidate specific criteria:
Training and/or experience in working with preschool/early-years children will be considered an asset

Supporting alternative communication tools to help student to express needs, interact with peers and participate in class activities

Monitor and assist with student daily routines, including transitions between activities, sensory breaks, outdoor play, and personal care as needed

Experience in working with students with complex needs will be considered an asset

Must be able to move quickly and maintain an active presence in a dynamic environment. The role may involve frequent running, bending,lifting and playing with young children, requiring high levels of energy, physical stamina and agility.

The successful candidate may include the following (under the direction of the teacher):

Implements educational instruction to identified student(s) including researching, preparing and collecting materials and supplies

Assists in appropriate student data collection, monitors, observes and reports to the classroom teacher and/or Inclusive Learning Teacher on student(s) progress and makes recommendations for further assistance

Collaboratively modifies classroom and curriculum materials to meet the student and/or group’s specific needs

Assists students in the development of appropriate academic, social, behavior and life skill goals. Encourages and supports all students in development of skills and interests to promote independence

Assists student(s) integrating and transitioning within the regular school system or into work/community environment

Assists student(s) with specialized supports such as devices, equipment and/or approved service dogs as per Administrative Procedure 205.1 AP

Attends to student personal needs, assisting with feeding, hygiene, toileting, and other personal care

Takes part in professional learning and specialized training as required and supported by the school or Central Services

Awareness of, and the ability to respond appropriately to the complex needs of all student(s)

Supervises student(s) during instructional and non-instructional periods, such as in the classroom, gym, on field trips and/or on playgrounds

Works with multi-disciplinary team members to carry out prescribed exercises and programs

Acts as a liaison or advocate for all students

Engages in team meetings and parent meetings or provides input as-appropriate